Woman In Baseball Uniform Identified As Casey A.C. 1915 Real Photo Postcard
This postcard features a woman posing in an early baseball uniform, representing "CAREY A.C." (likely Carey Athletic Club) as indicated by the lettering on her jersey. Her uniform, including knickerbockers and a cap, is characteristic of women's athletic attire from the early 20th century, a period when women's participation in sports, including baseball, was becoming more publicly accepted and visible.
The rise of women's athletic clubs and amateur baseball teams during this era marked a significant cultural shift, challenging conventional gender expectations regarding physical activity and public appearance. These local teams, often formed within communities, schools, or businesses, fostered camaraderie and provided a competitive outlet for women, laying groundwork for future organized women's sports leagues.
The rise of women's athletic clubs and amateur baseball teams during this era marked a significant cultural shift, challenging conventional gender expectations regarding physical activity and public appearance. These local teams, often formed within communities, schools, or businesses, fostered camaraderie and provided a competitive outlet for women, laying groundwork for future organized women's sports leagues.
